Correct option is D
The correct answer is: (d) It is built completely with marble
Explanation:
· Bibi ka Maqbara is not built completely with marble; it uses marble only in the dome while the rest is plastered with lime.
· It was constructed by Azam Shah, son of Aurangzeb, in 1660, in memory of his mother Dilras Banu Begum, known as Rabia-ud-Durrani.
· Its architecture is inspired by the Taj Mahal, leading to its nickname "Taj of the Deccan".
Information Booster:
· Bibi ka Maqbara is located in Aurangabad, Maharashtra.
· Designed by architect Ata-ullah, son of Ustad Ahmad Lahauri.
· It showcases Mughal architectural features like minarets, a garden layout, and symmetry.
· Aurangzeb is known for his minimal spending on architecture; this is among the few grand structures from his era.
· The tomb lies on a raised platform with four minarets at the corners.
· Managed by the Archaeological Survey of India (ASI).